How to service and repair the wheel bearing on 2001 Toyota Avalon?

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The wheel bearing servicing process must start with front wheel removal at 103 Nm torque then proceed to measuring bearing backlash while securing brake components. Measure the bearing backlash and axle hub deviation by taking out the 2 bolts, brake caliper and disc followed by a secure suspension of the brake caliper. A dial indicator must measure backlash near the center of the axle hub where the maximum allowable value is 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch); if the measurement exceeds this threshold the bearing needs replacement. We should measure axle hub deviation outside the hub bolt surface using the same 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch) maximum limit. An exceeding value indicates the axle hub needs replacement. Screw the disc at its proper position together with the brake caliper along with both bolts while tightening at 107 Nm (1,090 kgf-cm, 79 ft. lbs.). To access the drive shaft lock nut you need to remove both the cotter pin and lock cap. Focus on applying the brakes and then loosen the nut to 294 Nm using a torque wrench. Securely hold the brake caliper then unfasten the 2 bolts and brake caliper along with the disc. Detach the ABS speed sensor and wire harness clamp by unwinding its bolt while tightening it to 8.0 Nm (82 kgf-cm, 71 inch lbs.). Before installation apply engine oil to the nut threads then install the nuts on the shock absorber lower side with a torque of 211 Nm (2,150 kgf-cm, 156 ft. lbs.). The procedure to remove the steering knuckle tie rod end requires first loosening the nut to 49 Nm torque (500 kgf-cm or 36 ft. lbs.) then using Special Service Tool: 09610-20012 to accomplish the tie rod end removal. The removal process of the lower ball joint from the lower suspension arm requires the removal of both nuts and bolt while applying 127 Nm torque (1,300 kgf-cm, 94 ft. lbs.). To pull out the steering knuckle with its axle hub you should remove the two nuts and bolts located at the shock absorber's lower side while paying attention to protect the boot and ABS speed sensor rotor. The reverse order of installation needs to be followed post-removal while users should check the ABS speed sensor signal and front wheel alignment then perform steering angle sensor zero point calibration for VSC-equipped vehicles.

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